Asian Art Online Auction

July 09, 2015

LOT 173

Lot 173

Pair of Pale Celadon Jade Fu-Dogs, Republican Period

Pair of Pale Celadon Jade Fu-Dogs, Republican Period
Lot 173 Details
Pair of Pale Celadon Jade Fu-Dogs, Republican Period

Rendered from pale celadon stone with dary grey inclusions, each carved in the form of a pair of fu-dogs, the larger turning its head towards the smaller standing four-squard and perched on a boulder. Wood stands
width 3.1" — 8 cm.

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $360
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

The Estate of a Canadian Ambassador to China during the 1940’s. Thence by descent within the family.

CONDITION DETAILS

both in good condition with minor surface wear

LOT 173
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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